East Harlem residents adjust to simultaneous subway upgrades
Rail construction along Park and Second avenues is having major impacts on the neighborhood. CBS New York Jessi Mitchell reports.
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Rail construction along Park and Second avenues is having major impacts on the neighborhood. CBS New York Jessi Mitchell reports.
The so-called vacuum train sucks up garbage along hundreds of miles of subway tracks, aiming to prevent service disruptions and improve track safety.
The MTA has a powerful tool, called the VakTrak, that sucks up trash and prevents track fires. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook recently had an exclusive opportunity to ride with crews overnight.
In about eight years, Q trains will haul riders up to 125th Street in East Harlem.
New York leaders and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced the beginning of phase two of the Second Avenue subway project, which will bring service to East Harlem. Read more here
The long-dormant second phase of the Second Avenue subway project is getting a kick-start from the Biden administration and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich joined forces with Rep. Josh Gottheimer in sounding the alarm on the controversial plan.
Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich joined forces with Rep. Josh Gottheimer on Wednesday in sounding the alarm on the controversial plan. CBS New York's Marcia Kramer reports.
The LIRR appears to be inching closer to its goal of having 60% of commuters utilize Penn Station, while 40% travel through the new terminal.
This past February, the MTA made its biggest schedule change to the LIRR in its history, by opening the $11 billion terminal. CBS New York's John Dias checks in on how it's going.
The number of assaults on transit workers has been on the rise for at least the past four years.
The number of assaults on transit workers has been on the rise for at least the past four years. CBS New York's Tim McNicholas has the story.
Hundreds of demonstrators from a Jewish activist group made their way into Grand Central Terminal's main concourse and staged a sit-in during rush hour. CBS New York's Christina Fan reports.
The MTA rolled out state-of-the-art trains on the A and C lines in February.
Dozens of flooded-out New Rochelle co-op residents are still out of their homes and pleading for help before the next big storm.
The MTA rolled out state-of-the-art trains on the A and C lines in February. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
The MTA Board provided new information about the mudslide that impacted Metro-North service over the weekend and how to make sure it never happens again.
CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook covers mass transit for us and has a closer look at what came from the meeting -- and what it means for your commute.
Once complete, the expanded Second Avenue Q line train will transport 100,000 riders a day.
The MTA will receive $3.4 billion to expand the Second Avenue subway system into East Harlem. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3QtvPSe
About 100 passengers had to be rescued Tuesday after a train hit debris on the tracks in Queens. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook has a look at the response.
Traveling on elevated tracks, the train got stuck between Jamaica Avenue and 131st Street at around 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Remnants of the impact were evident as debris filled the street. Shards of glass and even a shoe were left behind.
Remnants of the impact were evident as debris filled the street. Shards of glass and even a shoe were left behind. CBS New York's Shosh Bedrosian reports.
The train became disabled on elevated tracks at around 3 p.m. on Tuesday. CBS New York's Tony Aiello has the latest.
Police released surveillance video of a man wanted for questioning after a fatal fire in the Bellerose section of Queens.
U.S. ally Qatar condemns Israel for strikes targeting Hamas leaders in its capital city Doha, calling them "a blatant violation of all international laws and norms."
The New York Times and Siena College poll also found the race tightens between Mamdani and Cuomo if all other candidates drop out.
Your choices for Club Calvi's next book are: "The Cut" by Richard Armitage, "The Wilderness" by Angela Flournoy and "The Girl in the Green Dress" by Mariah Fredericks.
Aaron Nola returns to form with six shutout innings, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night.
Police released surveillance video of a man wanted for questioning after a fatal fire in the Bellerose section of Queens.
The New York Times and Siena College poll also found the race tightens between Mamdani and Cuomo if all other candidates drop out.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
The suspect watched the man win thousands of dollars at the casino in Islandia, New York, then followed him to the parking lot, police said.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Once the 1 p.m. hour rolled around Saturday, thunderstorms started erupting all over the Tri-State Area.
NYC and the surrounding area could see rain showers or storms this afternoon into the evening commute.
It's back to a summery feel on Thursday.
As rain chances go up, so too will humidity levels, making it feel more like summer again.
Officials say they don't know why the crack formed, and Route 440/Smith Street is closed to traffic indefinitely.
Two teens were shot after more than 100 cars illegally packed intersections and wreaked havoc in parts of Jersey City over the weekend, police said.
The city of Paterson, N.J. honored community members who helped residents when a major water main break left more than 200,000 people with little to no water.
Chris Boswell kicked a 60-yard field goal with 1:03 left, lifting Pittsburgh to a wild 34-32 victory on Sunday.
Jayden Daniels threw for 233 yards and a touchdown and the Commanders beat the Giants 21-6 on Sunday.
Unions representing half of the LIRR's workforce, including engineers and ticket workers, claim higher wages are three years overdue.
The suspect watched the man win thousands of dollars at the casino in Islandia, New York, then followed him to the parking lot, police said.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Schools across New York state were required to come up with their own procedures to implement the full-day ban on cellphones.
Christopher Williams was killed on the Southern State Parkway after walking out of The Martin De Porres School for Exceptional Children, his family says.
The New York Times and Siena College poll also found the race tightens between Mamdani and Cuomo if all other candidates drop out.
The new records include a birthday letter to Epstein allegedly written by President Trump, which he has denied writing.
A jury's conclusion that President Trump should pay E. Jean Carroll more than $83 million in damages for defamation was "fair and reasonable," a federal appeals panel ruled.
If you thought the ballot lineup was set in stone when Jim Walden dropped out and incumbent Eric Adams said he was still in the race, think again.
Ryan Routh, 59, has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate Mr. Trump during the presidential campaign and will be representing himself at trial.
This year marks 35 years of Koman's annual event raising money for breast cancer research, advocacy and support.
Doctors say more young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer.
For Dr. Ellen Mandel, supporting the mission to end breast cancer is personal.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive order comes as a direct rebuke to the federal government's new guidance on COVID-19 shots.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended firing the director of the CDC at a hearing before a Senate committee on Thursday.
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
See the full list of winners and nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
Want to watch the 2025 VMAs live tonight? Here's how to catch the red carpet interviews and star-studded performances.
A jury has ruled in favor of Cardi B in a lawsuit where a security guard accused her of assault during the rapper's first pregnancy.
Aaron Nola returns to form with six shutout innings, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night.
Two-time doubles Grand Slam champion Taylor Townsend spoke to "CBS Mornings" about finding her love for tennis again and how this U.S. Open changed her on a personal level.
Carlos Alcaraz claimed his sixth major trophy overall at the U.S. Open on Sunday after defeating No. 1 Jannik Sinner.
Hunter Greene tied a season high with 12 strikeouts and the Reds beat the Mets 3-2 Sunday to take two of three and move back above .500.
Chris Boswell kicked a 60-yard field goal with 1:03 left, lifting Pittsburgh to a wild 34-32 victory on Sunday.
Decades later, many members of the Gerritsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department continue to face health consequences from their service.
The 17th Avenue pedestrian bridge reconstruction is now at least two years behind schedule.
The history of Caribbean immigrants who helped shape Jamaica, Queens is on display at the King Manor Museum.
Nearly two dozen families at the Farragut Houses in Downtown Brooklyn say they've been forced to trek to the post office twice a week after a faulty lock left their building's mailbox panel unusable.
"Concert Joe" fills his Bay Ridge apartment with memorabilia from five decades of live music obsession.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
Candace Bravo, executive director of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention New York joins CBS New York to discuss suicide prevention.
Anson Mount, actor and star of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" joins CBS New York to discuss the show.
Vivi Acosta, Director of Business Services and Special Events for Jamaica 5K joins CBS New York to discuss the event.
The New York Times and Siena College poll found 46% of likely voters plan to vote for Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani.
The parkway was closed Monday between Lawrence Street in Dobbs Ferry and Farragut Avenue in Hastings-on-Hudson.
